Shishito Pepper Itame
Sautéed Shishito Peppers
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sweet glazes or sauces are used. About 6g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Mild shishito peppers quickly sautéed or grilled, often with a dash of soy sauce and sesame oil.
Key ingredients
Shishito peppers, olive oil or sesame oil, salt, optional plain soy sauce.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sweet glazes or sauces are used. Ask for plain salt or soy sauce and oil. Confirm no mirin/sugar in soy sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
ししとう炒めは、甘いタレやソースなしで。塩、または油と醤油だけで。醤油にみりんや砂糖は入っていますか？
Please prepare the Shishito Pepper Itame without sweet glazes or sauces. Just salt or soy sauce and oil. Is there mirin or sugar in the soy sauce?
Watch out for
Restaurants might add mirin or sugar to the soy sauce glaze, or serve with a sweet dip.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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